Hi, I'm attempting to use this jig with a Bosch 1617 router. Do you know what guide bushing I need? I bought it 2nd hand without bushings included.
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The template guide used withthe dovetail bit has an insidediameter of 21/32".
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I checked out the specs for the Rockler sign kit and it looks like it comes with a guide bushing. I am not sure of the size of the bushing because the documents I saw didn't list it but it appears to be smaller than the Bosch bushing I have. I think if you purchase the Bosch RA1126 quick change template adapter and either the Bosch RA1100 or Bosch RA1125 (which includes the RA-1100) then it should work. Another alternative would be to buy a different router base which has a hole size compatible with the guide bushing size. One advantage of that is that you could buy a clear base to be able to see the templates easier. I use the Milescraft sign making jig and bought the RA1126 and RA1125 and it works great. The Milescraft kit came with a router base and guides but I find it easier to use the quick change guides from Bosch and I can keep the standard Bosch base on.
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James, I don't see why not. The 1/4" plunge shaft request a 1/4" bits. The Edge guide must fit your router, because the mounting plate will fit 1/4" as well as 1/2". Regards
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The provided bushings cover the range described here - 1/4" to 3/8" - you might be able to run a larger bit through an un-sleeved guide hole, but you'll get a lot of play and risk damaging the threads on the jig. But for the stated range, there aren't many better pound-for-pound jigs than this one.
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I used a Bosch Router with mine. I'm not sure of the model number but it works great.
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The answer may vary depending on the thickness of the router baseplate. If too thin, it might drag on your work piece. In that situation, you can file the tip of the guide bushing until it doesn't touch your work piece.
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I dont remember exactly which bushing it was because I owned a set. It is a 1/2 inch bit which comes with the dovetail jig. Best way to tell is to go to porter cable website and lookup this dovetail machine, or take machine to store and get correct bearing. The reason I like this jig is it holds the wood securely without having to undo a bunch of screws that hold the board unevenly and not very tightly--and many will mar the board when tightened
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Even today Oct 21, 2015, no circle jig, no edge guide, no RA1126 adapter (needed for Bosch RA-Series template guides (bad stuff)) and no RA1100 adapter (needed with the RA1126 adapter) to allow Porter Cable or other threaded template guides for use with this router, nor the RA1151 Router Subbase Centering Pin and Cone. If I had known that I would need an adapter for an adapter, I would have passed this brand by. Mea Culpa.
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You can't. Jig and router much too large. You are better off using a hole saw bit for that size and then cleaning it up with the router.
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If you go to JasperTools.com there is a link on the main page "Router Compatibility" that lists the routers that this jig is compatible with. There's probably 30 routers listed.
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I think no. The faceplate of the router has a 3 1/4 inch center hole, where the porter cable type bushings are for a router with a 1 3/16 center hole. The router comes with a metal guide that attaches to the base and provides this need without guide bushings. I do not use guide feature, as this unit is for a router table in my shop, so it did not bother me. note the large center hole in pictures of this unit. you will simply see that there is no way it would work with the guide bushings.Sorry.
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Sorry, no idea. You need to determine the diameter of the internal opening of the base plate for your router and see if it is the same as these guides. The guides are made to the (pretty universal) Porter Cable dimensions, but many routers need either adapters or alternative base plates. For example, Rockler make a universal base plate which will work with many routers.
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No. Here's a list of what it does work with. http://www.boschtools.com/Products/Tools/Pages/BoschProductDetail.aspx?pid=ra1054#workswith . I have seen aftermarket guides like this one for the Craftsman. I have a Craftsman router but use my Bosch for edge work where this guide works great for me.
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On the Dewalt it depends on what base you have installed. . The D shaped base ( DNP614) has a larger hole for clearance using larger bits and the guide bushings will not fit. The round base (DNP613) will accept the bushings, The plunge base also accepts the bushings. Get a round base to go with the bushings, Its less than $7, great setup.
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I don't have this specific jig, but I have purchased bits for other PC jigs at http://routerbitworld.com
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You can use any brand of router. It is the collar and template which come with the jig that are important.
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The router uses the Porter-Cable Guide Bushings or the universal Guide bushings. The Porter-Cable bushings are available through Amazon as well as the universal guide bushings. G. Bates